On foot or by bike. Go and see the places where a crucial event of Czech history took place in 1805. And not just of Czech history, but also of French, Russian and Austrian history. The Battle of the Three Emperors was fought right here.
29.4 km
2:00 hours
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The Napoleon trail cannot be missed and it takes you from the railway station in Šlapanice to Ponětovice. The hill in Prace is a short walk from here. The Cairn of Peace – the first peace memorial in Europe – was erected on the hill in memory of all victims of the Battle of Austerlitz (known as Slavkov in Czech). The museum in the vicinity of the cairn offers the multimedia exhibitions “The Battle of the Three Emperors” and “Austerlitz Phenomenon”. Don’t worry, this is not a traditional display of dates and facts, you can expect a moving and extraordinary experience! The whole building is a centre for many memorial activities, as it is located approximately in the middle of the former battlefield.
From Prace, bike trail 5097 leads through a landscape of scenic views to the Zlatá Hora hill. The ancient Reconciliation Cross and Krchůvek – the last resting place of thousands of fallen soldiers – call for peace among all. In Křenovice is a statue of Marshal Kutuzov, who was Napoleon’s Russian adversary.
The trail will take you to Slavkov. Replenish your energy levels! In the Slavkov brewery, where beer is brewed in front of guests’ eyes in the heart of the restaurant or at the U Tří Císařů (At the Three Emperors) confectionery, where artisanal desserts make mouths water. You are already expected by the Baroque jewel of the Slavkov Chateau, which was successively used by all the three military leaders for overnight lodgings in 1805. In addition to the magnificent interiors, you can also admire the vast gardens built in the Parisian style, which are freely accessible to the public.
Just like Slavkov, the nearby town of Bučovice relives its past every year as well – the chateau was defended by a handful of townspeople against Swedish troops in 1645.
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Visit the easternmost part of South Moravia, the region where traditions are still alive. The folk heritage is cherished here and its beauty is passed on to children so that it does not cease to exist and so that you, too, could be enchanted by it.
A miraculous statuette of the Madonna, an admirable work of J. B. Santini and an anti-nuclear bunker – head for Křtiny for many different experiences!
The picturesque surroundings of the Dyje River and Louka Monastery, smooth terrain, fun for both children and adults. Enjoy a laid-back afternoon in Znojmo!
A walking trip to the incredible views of the “Moravian Tuscany”, impressive folk costumes, and on top of that, wine like honey. Are you still unsure about whether to go?
Scenic views, gemstones, the romantic valley of a trout river, churches, the Porta Coeli Convent and the Pernštejn Castle. And small breweries along the way, which will quench your thirst.
The entertaining atmosphere on the sandy beaches of the Vranov Reservoir is renewed every summer by swordsmen, jugglers and theatre folk. Take a swimsuit with you, you don’t need anything else!
Coal near Brno? Black and genuine? It was mined here in ten mines starting from the mid-18th century. The deepest galleries in Central Europe!
The period of the First Republic was definitely chic, from the polished chrome of cars to elegant fashion. Travel back in time to see the perfect realities of this era in the Moravian metropolis!
A long and tranquil ride through lush greenery, oil deposits and parrots on top of that. You can experience such a mixture only in the Slovácko region!
Do you like riding a bike through the forest? The soft track rolls by under your tyres and you can only hear your own breathing in the green silence. The single trails in the Doubrava (Oakwood) forest are already waiting for you.
Discover elegant chateaux and an undisturbed, almost forgotten corner of pure nature near Znjomo. This trip will be a balm for your soul.
Remember from school how Neanderthal man hunted mammoths? Do you know what wine from Baroque cellars tastes like? Raise your expertise in Pálava!
